Mizoram Chief Minister Inaugurates Key Bamboo Processing Units under National Bamboo Mission

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has inaugurated key bamboo processing units at the Sairang Horticulture Centre, marking a significant development in bamboo-based industrial activity in the state. The facilities were established under the National Bamboo Mission with a funding of Rs. 252.826 lakh. The units include a Bamboo Treatment & Seasoning Plant, a Bamboo Depot & Godown, and an Activated Charcoal Unit. The Chief Minister emphasized that bamboo is a valuable resource in Mizoram, which can be utilized efficiently and sustainably, and that bamboo-based charcoal production is much more sustainable than wood-based production.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Bamboo Mission has established key bamboo processing units at the Sairang Horticulture Centre in Mizoram with a funding of Rs. 252.826 lakh.
  • The facilities include a Bamboo Treatment & Seasoning Plant, a Bamboo Depot & Godown, and an Activated Charcoal Unit, which can produce up to 900 tonnes of charcoal per year.
  • Bamboo-based charcoal production is considered more sustainable than wood-based production due to the rapid regrowth cycle of bamboo, which can be harvested within one to two years.
  • The units will work in partnership with the North East Cane and Bamboo Development Council (NECBDC), which will provide technical support and conduct training programs to ensure effective implementation and management.
  • Three bamboo clusters have already been established to supply bamboo to these units, located at Chhingchhip, Baktawng, and Saiphal villages.
  • The processed bamboo products, including treated bamboo and refined vinegar, have the potential to increase the state's revenue and create employment opportunities.

Statistics:

  • Rs. 252.826 lakh was allocated for the establishment of the key bamboo processing units under the National Bamboo Mission.
  • The Activated Charcoal Unit can produce up to 900 tonnes of charcoal per year, using approximately 670 bamboo culms daily.
  • The unit can also produce up to 54 litres of refined vinegar per day as a byproduct.
  • Three bamboo clusters have been established to supply bamboo to the processing units.

Sources:

  • Times of India website (no date mentioned)
  • National Bamboo Mission (no date mentioned)
  • North East Cane and Bamboo Development Council (no date mentioned)